Canadian singer-songwriter, Alanis Morissette released a new single called "How Could You" from her upcoming album, "Such Pretty Forks in the Road". The song has a powerful message about betrayal and forgiveness, as well as inner strength and self-reflection.
The Lyrics of "How Could You"
"How Could You" is a beautifully written song that captures the emotions of betrayal and heartbreak. The lyrics describe the pain of being deceived by someone you loved and trusted, and the struggle to come to terms with it.
The first verse begins with the lines:
"How could you, how dare you?
How could you?
Did you think I'd never find out?
How could you, how dare you?
How could you?
These lines express a feeling of shock and disbelief that someone could deceive you in such a way. It's a common experience and emotion to go through after discovering a partner's infidelity or betrayal.
The second verse has the lines:
"How could you, how dare you?
How could you?
Did you think I'd never doubt you?
How could you, how dare you?
How could you?"
This verse reflects the thoughts that come after discovering a betrayal. The narrator wonders how they could have been so trusting and why the other person thought they could get away with it. The use of repeated phrasing drives home the shock of discovering the truth.
The Chorus
The chorus of the song brings in a message of forgiveness and release from the pain of betrayal. It goes:
"I forgive you, I release you.
I acknowledge you did your best.
I forgive you, I release you.
I realize we needed this test."
These words show that the narrator has chosen to forgive the other person and take responsibility for their own role in the situation. The idea of a "test" implies a sense of growth and learning from the experience instead of allowing it to bring them down.
The Bridge
The bridge of the song has these poignant lyrics:
"I was wounded, I was brutalized.
I took it all and I survived.
But it's your turn now, it's your turn now.
So go on, go on, go on and cry."
These words represent the narrator's strength in the face of adversity. They have been hurt but have survived, and now it is time for the other person to face their own pain and tears.
In Conclusion
"How Could You" is a powerful song that addresses the universal experiences of betrayal, forgiveness, and inner strength. The lyrics are beautifully written and express the emotions associated with these experiences in a powerful way. Alanis Morissette has once again shown her talent as a songwriter with this new single, and we can look forward to the release of her album, "Such Pretty Forks in the Road".
